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‘Gentleman Jim’ – a man for the people
Friday 6 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in National, Politics
All government flags will be flown at half-mast for the rest of the week as a sign of respect for former Cook Islands prime minister Jim Marurai who passed away peacefully at his home in Ivirua, Mangaia this week
Former PM Jim Marurai passes away at age 73
Thursday 5 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in National, Politics
Known as Gentleman Jim, former PM Jim Marurai passes away at age 73
Recipe: Giving fish its rightful place in your dietary habits
Thursday 5 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Food
For some smooth and moist rukau and succulent fish, try Mereana Hutchinson's recipe for Moana-Roa Mahimahi.
Who picks the fruit? A look at the role of seasonal workers in NZ
Thursday 5 November 2020 | Written by E-Tangata | Published in New Zealand, Regional
The morality of New Zealand’s reliance on workers from the Pacific questioned.
PM downplays Covid fears
Thursday 5 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National
Prime Minister Brown says the Covid-19 situation in French Polynesia is not comparable to Cook Islands.
Puaikura’s unbeaten run ends
Thursday 5 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Tupapa Maraerenga and Puaikura on the brink of claiming the Round Cup Championship titles. Puaikura’s unbeaten run in the domestic women’s football competition came to an end this week after the side went down to Tupapa Maraerenga FC 0-1 at Victoria Park. Despite the loss on Monday, the Arorangi side still leads the senior women’s […]
A US election like no other
Wednesday 4 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Features
Former Cook Islands News editor Richard Moore was in Manhattan this week, capturing the mood on the streets of New York.
Future netball stars emerge at Cook Islands Games 2020
Wednesday 4 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
Island pride and local support drew out new players during Cook Islands Games 2020. The challenge now is to develop talent for the national team.
Sports leaders ‘Walk the talk’
Tuesday 3 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The national sporting body hopes to build a healthier and more robust community through a new programme.
Honour the ‘gentlemen’s agreement’: Demos
Tuesday 3 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Politics
Threats from Micronesian countries to pull out of the Pacific Islands Forum should be taken seriously, says the Opposition leader.
Ruta Tangiiau Mave: More than just ‘trick or treat’
Monday 2 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
OPINION: It interests me, why people view the moon negatively, when we use it so often for tides, fishing and planting.
Cook Islander Williams takes on NZ Cabinet role
Monday 2 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Politics
Prime Minister Mark Brown is looking forward to forging a good working relationship with the newest Cook Islands Cabinet minister.
Titikaveka eyes redemption against Nikao Sokattak
Saturday 31 October 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Titikaveka premier men’s side will be out for redemption when they take on Nikao Sokattak in round 12 of Rarotonga football competition at the CIFA complex in Matavera this afternoon.
Rarotonga doctor was unsung hero of NZ’s worst bus crash
Saturday 31 October 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Memory Lane
Last week, Cook Islands News told the story of Dr James Maoate Rennie, a Ngatangiia -born doctor who served as a medic with the Eighth Army in North Africa. After the story was published, Cook Islands News was contacted by Dr. Rennie’s son Bill, who lives in Titikaveka.
Supporting families who need medication
Saturday 31 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
New Zealand-based RaroGo has evolved into a one stop shop service of procuring and processing items to be airfreighted back to Rarotonga, says managing director Maire Browne.
Government ‘lacking in logic’
Saturday 31 October 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health, National
Thirty passengers who arrived on yesterday’s flight will be the first since mid-August not required to undergo supervised quarantine, but some including Opposition Health spokesperson Sel Napa are concerned.
Golfing Howards steal the show
Friday 30 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The Howard family dominated the annual Air Rarotonga Aitutaki Open Golf Tournament, claiming three major titles.
Supervised quarantine requirement lifted
Friday 30 October 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health, National
Cook Islands residents arriving from Auckland this afternoon will not be required to undergo supervised quarantine.
Punching above their weight
Thursday 29 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Boxing, Sports
The Avatiu Boxing and Martial Arts Club have donated boxing gloves, focus punch mitts and a body bag to the Aitutaki Boxing Club.
Keeping badminton interest alive
Wednesday 28 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Badminton, Sports
Twenty-four teams have registered for the Badminton Business House Competition.
